Diwali 2025 Calendar: Diwali or Deepawali, also known as the festival of lights, falls on the 15th day of Kartik. It is an important Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. On Diwali, the darkest night of the year, is lit up with diyas and sparkling lights. The festivities last for five days, each associated with different traditions and rituals. Here’s a complete guide to the 2025 Diwali calendar, Deepavali Muhurat, timings, etc.
Diwali 2025 Calendar
| Date | Festival |
|---|---|
| October 18, 2025 | Dhanteras |
| October 20, 2025 | Choti Diwali (Narak Chaturdashi) |
| October 20, 2025 | Diwali and Lakshmi Puja |
| October 22, 2025 | Govardhan Puja |
| October 23, 2025 | Bhai Dooj |
As per Drik Panchang, auspicious timings to celebrate the festival are:
- Pradosh Kaal: From 5.58 pm to 8.25 pm
- Vrishabha Kaal: From 7.08 pm to 9.03 pm
- Lakshmi Puja Muhurat: 7.08 pm to 8.18 pm
- Amavasya Tithi Begins: 3.44 pm (October 20)
- Amavasya Tithi Ends: From 5:54 pm (October 21)
The Five-Day Festivities List
Diwali spans five days dedicated to Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali), Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.
Dhanteras (Day 1): Diwali celebrations kick off with Dhanteras. On this day, devotees worship Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi, and buy gold coins, bars, or jewellery.
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) (Day 2): Naraka Chaturdashi, also known as Choti Diwali, is celebrated after Dhanteras to mark Lord Krishna’s triumph over Narakasura.
Diwali (Day 3): Diwali celebrates Lord Rama, Mata Sita, and Lakshman’s return to Ayodhya after completing 14 years of exile. It marks the victory of good over evil. Devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh on Deepawali.
Govardhan Puja (Day 4): Celebrated after Diwali, Govardhan Puja honours Govardhan Parvat, which was lifted by Lord Krishna to protect the people of Mathura from Lord Indra’s wrath.
Bhai Dooj (Day 5): The last and final day of Diwali is Bhai Dooj. It celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.
